Innovation Spotlight: Pigeon Forge Launches FlyRide®, A Multi-Million Dollar Flying Theater Experience

Pigeon Forge’s Newest ‘Techno-Tainment’ Attraction Opens This Weekend

PIGEON FORGE, TENN. – July 14, 2022 – Pigeon Forge’s newest attraction, FlyRide® officially opens this weekend. FlyRide® is a fully immersive experience that allows passengers to have the thrilling feeling of flight through a sensory phenomenon that includes wind, mist, scents and motion. Passengers will soar above 22 of America’s most awe-inspiring national landmarks giving them a breathtaking flight experience. 

“After great success with our first FlyRide® in Branson, we are excited to bring this attraction to Pigeon Forge,” said Robin Turner of Frontpage Attractions, LLC, parent company of Beyond The Lens and FlyRide®. “Our partnership with SimEx-Iwerks Entertainment and the MacGillivray Freeman Films has allowed us to deliver this world-class attraction to the Smoky Mountains. This is truly the ultimate in Techno-Tainment where guests experience entertainment through technology.” 

FlyRide® – housed inside a new part of Beyond The Lens! called “Hangar X” – took more than five years to develop, created 30 more jobs in Pigeon Forge, and cost $12 million to complete. 

The curved screen stands four stories high and features the latest in project technology, creating a 60-foot-wide immersive image. 

“Guests may purchase tickets online or at the door. Our greatest value is the combo ticket that allows guests to enjoy both FlyRide® and Beyond The Lens!,” said Turner.

For more information, please visit www.beyondthelens.com. Beyond The Lens! is located at 2115 Parkway in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.